Cases Solved! is a journal-based CME activity series presented by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

Each activity consists of an interactive clinical case scenario based on a recent article from the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (JAAOS) followed by a multiple-choice assessment to put your diagnostic and management skills to the test.

These current, peer-reviewed articles touch on important areas of orthopaedic patient care and describe how the article impacts practice behavior and/or systems of care.

Learning Objectives

1. Describe the pathophysiology and multiple etiologies of foot compartment syndrome.
2. Identify common symptoms and physical examination findings indicative of foot compartment syndrome.
3. Review indications and methods for intracompartmental pressure monitoring in patients in whom foot compartment syndrome is suspected.
4. Explain considerations with regard to acute versus delayed management of foot compartment syndrome.
5. Discuss techniques for and outcomes of decompressive fasciotomy for the management of foot compartment syndrome.
6. Discuss strategies for the management of sequelae associated with foot compartment syndrome.